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Ecology Action Centre
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The EAC is an environmental charity in Mi'kma'ki / Nova Scotia taking leadership on critical issues from biodiversity to climate change to environmental justice. Visit us at www.ecologyaction.ca 🌱
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This holiday season, immerse yourself in stories that celebrate the beauty and resilience of our natural world while inspiring hope for a brighter future. From The Serviceberry, to the heartfelt reflections in Reason for Hope, these books deepen our connection to the Earth and each other.
A graphic with a white rectangle overlaid on an image of a snowy forest scene that contains green text at the top, blue text at the bottom, and 6 images of book covers in between the text. Text reads, "EAC’s holiday reading list. Dive into inspiring reads that awaken wonder, spark hope and invite us to rethink our relationship with nature and each other this holiday season."
December 23, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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Want to learn how you can help shape the future of offshore wind in NS?

The Atlantic Offshore Wind Coalition’s wind licensing webinar is now available! 👉 youtu.be/ccNAKVBJqm0

Let’s work together to build an industry we’re proud of. Have your say before Jan 13 ecologyaction.ca/atlantic-off...
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December 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Alberta’s pipeline deal gets federal backing, but Atlantic Canada’s clean energy projects wait.

Time for Ottawa to support our renewable future.

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#CleanEnergy #AtlanticCanada
Opinion: Where’s Atlantic Canada's grand bargain?
The danger of capitulating in the face of a hardball negotiating style is certainly not lost on Steven Guilbeault, writes Thomas Arnason McNeil.
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December 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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The EAC applauds the Bragg family’s successful bid for Northern Pulp timberlands, with their strong local roots and proven commitment to sustainable forestry.

Now, we urge the NS government to fulfill its promise to protect 20% of the province’s land & water by 2030.

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Forestry sector heralds Bragg family bid for Northern Pulp land | CBC News
Members of Nova Scotia’s forest industry and a prominent environmentalist are welcoming news that the winning bidder for the Northern Pulp timberlands is a local company whose owner they say has a track...
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December 19, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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🌿 Join our Finance Team! 🌿

Are you passionate about helping organizations thrive while making a positive impact? We’re looking for a skilled leader to guide our Finance Team at the EAC!

🌱 Apply now via ecologyaction.applytojob.com/apply/ouPSj8gfDP/Finance-Manager

#HalifaxJobs
December 18, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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“ So basically their [zooplankton] role in the food web is this very essential link” - Laura Helenius

Episodes 9 & 10 or #PeoplePlaceAndTheOcean feature two female scientific researchers - including Dr. Laura Helenius from Dalhousie!
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📸 Laura Helanius & AHOI NL
December 18, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Happy holidays from the EAC family to yours!

As 2025 draws to a close, we are so grateful for the passion, commitment and fierce care of our community and the movement for a better future.

🌱 Our office will be closed tomorrow, Dec. 18, reopening Jan. 5
December 17, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Introducing Laura Helanius - one of our two wonderful guests featured on episode 10 of People, Place, and the Ocean.

Click the 🔗 below to listen to #PeoplePlaceAndTheOcean - leave a comment on your favorite episode!

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📸 ahoi_nl
December 16, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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EAC's senior wilderness outreach coordinator, Karen McKendry, recently spoke on Information Morning about what's happening in Sandy Lake & BMBCL.

NS deserves neighborhoods that are connected, climate safe, affordable to maintain and guided by evidence.

CBCListen: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
December 15, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Confidential negotiations aren't "just conversations"

FOIPOP Requests have revealed that the Houston govt. had entered into confidential negotiations w/ Cabot for a golf course in West Mabou Beach Provincial Park.

ecologyaction.ca/west-mabou-beach-provincial-park

#SaveWestMabouBeach
December 12, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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“ Lots of different baleen whales create song… and what we're finding out is that there are definitely messages embedded in that song.” - Ashley Noseworthy

Ep 9 P1 of People, Place, and the Ocean features two female scientific researchers.

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December 11, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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A little good news on the ocean horizon for your feeds today! 🌊🐋

The latest North Atlantic Right Whale population estimate is up from 372 to 384 whales.

We’re calling on the Canadian government to keep strong protections in place for these iconic whales.
December 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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Introducing Ashley Noseworthy - one of our two wonderful guests featured on Episode 9 of People, Place, and the Ocean: Zooplankton and Marine Mammals with Ashley and Laura (Part 1)!

Find anywhere you get your podcasts: open.spotify.com/show/5c9pzy4FuuxDod3NajdFLc?si=1e082620dc774b3c
December 9, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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What’s happening with the proposed development is not simply “development”. EAC's senior wilderness outreach coordinator, Karen McKendry, recently spoke on the Todd Veinotte show about what's happening in Sandy Lake & BMBCL.

EAC's Karen McKendy at 1:51:52: www.seekyoursounds.com/podcasts/the...
December 9, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Do you struggle to pay your utility bills? Are you living in a drafty home? Want to do something about climate change?

These are the questions Juli Bishwokarma and I asked during our November rural libraries workshop tour.

ecologyaction.ca/our-work/energy-climate/our-power-blog
December 8, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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We did it! 🫎💚

Thanks to you, we blew our $36k AnonyMoose goal out of the water! Your support keeps our environmental work strong. Thank you all!

Didn't get a chance to donate during our AnonyMoose fundraiser? You can always find ways to give to the EAC - ecologyaction.ca/ways-give 💚
December 5, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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The movement that stopped Alton Gas isn’t going anywhere - and it’s bigger now. Mi’kmaq leaders and allies are united against Rockpoint’s attempt to revive a project that threatens land, water, and treaty rights.

To read the full article: www.thecoast.ca/news-opinion...

#NSPoli #TheCoast
Over our cold, dead bodies - The Coast | News, events, restaurants, concerts and Burger Week for Halifax, Nova Scotia
“Do not try,” warns the Treaty Truckhouse Resistance in a letter addressed to the CEO and executive members of Calgary-based Rockpoint Natural Gas Storage: “Our collective willingness to defend this…
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December 5, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Episodes 7 and 8 of People, Place, and the Ocean feature Chief Mildred Lavers and Michelle Caines from the Northern Peninsula (Mekap'sk) Mi'kmaq Band. Tune in now to explore with them the way of life on these coasts!

open.spotify.com/show/5c9pzy4FuuxDod3NajdFLc?si=af8a4120433f44cb

📸 Jackie Bauman
People, Place, and the Ocean
Podcast · Jackie Bauman, Ecology Action Centre · This show is bringing the Gros Morne Community-led Marine Atlas to life. Get ready to learn stories from the local people and hear their reflections…
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December 4, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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We’re excited to share that Respect the Sun by Mi’kmaw artist Lorne Alexander Julien is back on Agricola Street! 🎨
Lorne’s work brings important teachings into public spaces, helping create communities that honor Mi’kmaw art, stories & presence.

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December 4, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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If you’re frustrated by decisions that put private interests ahead of public good, you’re not alone. N.S. communities are fighting back through people-powered petitions.

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December 4, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Good news: the Province says no to Cabot’s latest proposal in West Mabou Provincial Park. Reality check: the Premier left the door wide open for them to try again.

Tell your MLA: strengthen the Provincial Parks Act.

📸 Jesse Winkiewicz

Learn more: ecologyaction.ca/west-mabou-beach-provincial-park
December 3, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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It’s Giving Tuesday! 💚

From now till Dec. 5, any gift you make will be matched by our AnonyMoose Donors, up to $18,000! Make a donation today, DOUBLE your impact!

Donate today: 🔗 ecologyaction.ca/Anonymoose

#GivingTuesday #GivingTuesday2025
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December 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Giving Tuesday is almost here! 🎉

From now till Dec. 5, any gift you make will be matched by our AnonyMoose Donors, up to $18,000! Make a donation today, DOUBLE your impact!

🔗 ecologyaction.ca/Anonymoose

#GivingTuesday #GivingTuesday2025
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December 1, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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1 week into our AnonyMoose campaign & our herd is strong! 🫎

From now till Dec. 5, any gift you make will be matched by our AnonyMoose donors, up to $15,000! Make a donation today, DOUBLE your impact, and help us unlock the full $30k!

🔗 ecologyaction.ca/Anonymoose
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November 30, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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Webinar alert! Learn more about how the CNSOER Call for Information will shape the future of offshore wind regulation in NS and how you can get involved by sharing your knowledge and perspective during this public engagement process. Join us Dec 2 from 7-8:30 PM AST.

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November 25, 2025 at 7:48 PM